Various objects were given an outer coating to fit them for their particular purpose.

Genesis 6:14

An outer coating given to various objects

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An outer coat of pitch made wood and papyrus waterproof

Exodus 2:3
Deuteronomy 27:2-4

An outer coat of plaster made stone suitable for writing on

Proverbs 26:23

An outer coat of glaze rendered earthenware suitable for food use

2 Chronicles 26:14

Coats of armour for protection

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1 Samuel 17:4-7,38
Job 41:13-17

Coat used metaphorically

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5145 clothing
5145 clothing
5178 running
5209 armour
5237 breastplate